Riverside Domestic Violence Attorneys
Types of Abuse
Violence that takes place within the home and that involves a loved one, family member or even a child is classified as domestic violence. In California, domestic violence is a serious offense and if law enforcement is called or suspects that physical, emotional or sexual abuse has taken place a person can expect to be immediately arrested and charged. Depending on the severity of the abuse a person will then face either a misdemeanor or felony charge, which if convicted depending on the circumstances may result in anywhere from up to 1 year in jail, to a lifetime behind bars. The consequences of domestic violence are so serious that if a child is involved or a homicide takes place a person may receive enhancement penalties if convicted.
Domestic Abuse in Riverside County, California
No matter the type of domestic abuse or violence you have been accused of, a defense lawyer will make all the difference in the outcome of your case. A skilled and aggressive Riverside domestic violence defense attorney at our firm can offer you a free consultation to discuss your charges.
The following are different types of abuse seen in domestic violence cases:
Physical Abuse – This type of abuse is often seen within a domestic violence case. It involves hitting, slapping, punching, pinching, kicking, pushing, assaulting or physically hurting and causing another pain in any way. Physical abuse often results in bruising, black eyes, broken bones, knocked out teeth, miscarriages, brain concussions, injuries to internal organs and in some cases even death.
Emotional Abuse – Also known as psychological abuse or mental abuse, emotional abuse affects a person’s self esteem and causes humility, depression, a fear of violence, loss of dignity, isolation, and feelings of shame in the victim. It makes a person feel intimidated and powerless, which basically strips them of their identity; including the loss of the ability to control their own actions and thoughts.
Sexual Abuse – When someone is manipulated, forced, degraded or controlled by someone sexually this constitutes sexual abuse. It does not need to involve sexual intercourse, but may involve touching another in an unwanted manner, sexual assault or unwanted sexual comments. Victims of sexual abuse are often raped or asked to perform unwanted sex acts with their spouse, loved one, ex-partner or in some cases others for their abusers’ own fulfillment.
Child Abuse – It is estimated that 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 5 boys will be abused before they reach adulthood. Physical, emotional or sexual abuse that involves a minor under the age of 18 is considered child abuse. Child abuse can hinder a child’s emotional development and may lead to serious depression or in some cases even suicide. Domestic violence that involves child abuse may result in enhancement penalties if convicted. Child endangerment may also be considered a type of domestic violence as it involves a person endangering or allowing his or her child to be in danger.
Riverside Domestic Abuse Attorney
A Riverside domestic violence defense lawyer at the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings can offer superior legal resources, advice, guidance and a legal commitment that will be essential when fighting the domestic abuse charges that you may face. As board-certified criminal defense attorneys we have years of legal experience providing outstanding criminal defense for clients accused of any type of domestic violence crime in Riverside, California. It is very critical that you seek the legal guidance of a skilled attorney if you are accused of, charged with or arrested for a domestic violence crime. Please contact our firm today to speak with a Riverside domestic violence lawyer during a free case consultation.
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